These data are based on the documents, information and data
now available and may be changed when new knowledge or information
is acquired. For the most current information, call Asahi Kasei Chemicals
Corporation at +81-44-271-2417 or by facsimile at +81-44-271-2166.
Safe Handling
The following is an essential guideline to the safe handling
of Leona, as supplied. Always follow this guideline when handling
Leona. Please read the relevant material safety data sheet (available
from Asahi Kasei Chemicals Corporation) thoroughly before use. Various
additives etc. used in combination with Leona have their own
safe use profile and must be investigated separately.
Health and safety
Avoid contact with skin and eyes when gases are generated in
the drying and melting of the resin. Do not breathe the above
gases. Do not touch hot resin. Local ventilation
and wearing of chemical resistant gloves, chemical safety goggles,
etc. are necessary when the resin is dried and melted.
In case of emergency, call one of the following:
 US:
+1-800-424-9300 (Chemtrec)
EU:
+32-(0)-1458-4545 (BIG v.z.w.)
Japan:
+81-44-271-2417 (Asahi Kasei Chemicals)
Combustibility
Warning: Leona is flammable. Keep away from
heat, sparks, and flame when handling or storing Leona. During
a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by
thermal decomposition or combustion. Use water or foam extinguishants
as extinguishing media.
Disposal
Burn in a properly equipped incinerator or landfill in compliance
with all applicable laws and regulations (contact local or state
environmental agency for specific rules). During incineration,
irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated. Do
not dump into sewers, onto the ground, or into any body of water.
Storing
To prevent moisture absorption, do not break the bag seal until
just before use. Avoid bag breakage and keep product away from
water. Do not return any spilled pellets to the bag.
Molding
Always process Leona under the recommended temperature range.
Lower temperatures may lead to local degradation in properties
due to nonuniform plasticization, while higher temperatures
tend to cause silver streaking, other appearance problems, and
resin decomposition. As the optimum temperature range varies
among grades, read the guideline for each grade (available from
Asahi Kasei Chemicals). Ensure adequate local or general ventilation throughout
molding operation. Detention of Leona in a non-operating, heated
cylinder may cause resin decomposition. Before any extended
suspension of molding operation, purge and charge the cylinder
with non-colored polyethylene or a purging material designed
for polyamide resins. Promptly remove and discard any spilled
pellets from the work area to prevent slips and falls.
Proscribed
Applications
- Do not use Leona for food packaging applications.
- Do not use Leona for medical devices designed
or intended for intracorporeal implantation or contact,
whether direct or indirect, with bodily fluids.
For specifics, refer to our division. Asahi Kasei Chemicals Corporation
encourages its customers to review their applications of its
products from the standpoint of human health and environmental
quality. To help ensure that Asahi Kasei Chemicals Corporation products
are not used in ways for which they are not intended or tested,
Asahi Kasei Chemicals Corporation representatives are willing to assist
in dealing with ecological and product safety considerations.
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and believed to be correct, Asahi Kasei Chemicals Corporation expressly
disclaims any and all representations and warranties as to the
completeness and accuracy thereof.
Information is supplied upon the EXPRESS CONDITION THAT THE
PERSONS RECEIVING SAME WILL MAKE THEIR OWN DETERMINATION AS
TO ITS SUITABILITY FOR THEIR PURPOSES PRIOR TO USE.
Asahi Kasei Chemicals Corporation warrants only that this product will
perform according to the technical specifications provided in
the MSDS and other materials provided by it. NO
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WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTIES OF FITNESS OR MERCHANTABILITY,
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This product has not been designed, tested, or intended for
any use other than that for which it has been contracted for
sale. This product is not warranted against injuries
or damages of any kind caused by uses for which this product
was not designed, tested, or intended.
Nothing contained herein is to be construed as a recommendation
to use any product process, equipment or formulation in conflict
with any patent, and Asahi Kasei Chemicals Corporation makes no representation
or warranty, express or implied, that the use thereof will not
infringe any patent.
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